Getting Ready

St. Julien Hotel in Boulder

The day began at the St. Julien Hotel, a luxury wedding venue in downtown Boulder known for its elegant rooms and stunning views. I captured detail photos and getting ready moments while excitement filled the air.

One of the most emotional parts of the morning was when Haley stepped into her wedding dress, a gown her own mother wore on her wedding day. It was a beautiful tribute to both her mom and her late father. Haley also had a special charm pinned to her bouquet in memory of her dad, so he could walk with her in spirit throughout the day. These small but powerful details made the morning incredibly heartfelt.

First Look

With her mom, uncles and bridesmaids

While Haley’s father couldn’t be there, she was surrounded by love and support. She shared a sweet and emotional first look with first with her mom and then with her uncles, who later walked her down the aisle. As well as the emotional first look Haley decided to do a fun first look with her bridesmaids!

Capturing those moments reminded me why I love what I do. It’s about preserving real, powerful stories through timeless photos.

Ceremony

Sacred Heart of Mary in Boulder, Colorado

After first looks at the St. Julien, we all hopped on a party bus to Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Boulder. This beautiful brick church, originally built in 1873 out of wood and reconstructed with brick in 1913, is steeped in history and charm. Nestled against the backdrop of the mountains, its timeless exterior of red brick and arched windows sets the tone before you even step inside.

Once inside, the space takes your breath away. The walls are painted a soft white with elegant gold trim, giving the sanctuary a warm, glowing feel. Light pours in through the colorful stained glass windows, each one a work of art in itself, casting vivid reflections of red, blue, and green across the pews. The blue and gold accents throughout complement the natural light and create a serene, almost ethereal atmosphere. It’s the kind of church where you instantly feel the beauty of tradition and sacredness.

The ceremony was a full Catholic mass filled with meaningful music and song, heartfelt prayer, and sacred rituals that brought a sense of peace and reverence to everyone present. There was a quiet stillness in the room, only broken by the beautiful sound of the organ and the words of Haley & Kyle's dear friend and priest.

Haley looked absolutely radiant, and you could see the happiness on her face from across the room. It was like she was glowing. Truly a joy to photograph. Her smile lit up the aisle, and the way Kyle looked at her as she walked towards him made it impossible not to get caught up in the emotion of the moment.

As the sunlight streamed through the stained glass, casting bursts of color across the space, it felt like time stood still. There was laughter, a few happy tears, and that indescribable kind of love that you can’t fake. It just fills the room.

It was a ceremony full of beauty, reverence, and joy, an unforgettable start to an incredible celebration.